Opinions
Top-notch big-water fishing with kids: Three Great Lakes in five days
A Minnesota-based writer and educator and family tackle the eastern Great Lakes, and the charter scene produces a variety of gamefish including walleyes and salmon.
No wonder feds take risks to kill lampreys – stakes are high
Fishkill in Pennsylvania stream from lampricide shows risk of program that protects Great Lakes.
Ticket to a hot bite during a dog-days lull: moving water
Experiencing slower fishing action in this July heat? Then move your boat into the current and find some active biters.
Fish & Boat Commission increases permit fees to cover costs, remains hopeful for license fee hike
Pennsylvania agency struggling to fund trout stocking, other programs.
Mike Riggle sets example for legislators, DNR by putting resource first
Riggle calls for a Nov. 30 emergency closure to 2018 Zone A ruffed grouse season.
DNR releases proposal to restrict doe harvest in five counties during archery season
The DNR estimates the new restriction will reduce doe harvest by 25 to 30 percent.
Hearing unusual wetlands sounds? Maybe it’s a hidden bittern
These common though elusive wading birds intrigue birders and lakeshore owners around the country during the heart of summer.
During tough fishing bite, stay determined, persistent
The smart, successful pro anglers know you don’t automatically default to a finesse presentation when a negative bite occurs.
Patience, persistence and other life lessons learned picking berries
Writer’s brood learns their lessons well.
